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AST 261

1939 Ford Popular

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,188 mi
Last recorded17,188 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAST 261
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1939
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2013 17,188 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 17,181 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 17,144 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 17,127 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 17,120 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 17,104 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 17,081 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 17,074 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Popular?

Based on 8,935 MOT tests across 1,708 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
288
Miles/Year
90
Year Lifespan
1,708
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 206
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 144
brake binding 143
Stop lamp not working 132
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 124
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AST 261 is a 1939 Ford Popular in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Ford Popular fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 206 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AST 261, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Popular typically stays on UK roads for around 90 years. At 87 years old, this Ford Popular is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AST 261?

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What year was AST 261 registered?

AST 261 is a 1939 Ford Popular, first registered on 6 May 1939.

Is AST 261 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AST 261 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AST 261 have outstanding finance?

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